Can just four implants replace all the teeth in the upper or lower part of the mouth?

Thanks to advances in dental implant technology, that answer is a resounding yes.

One complete tooth arch, four dental implants.

To fully understand this remarkable tooth replacement technique, you must first understand what a dental implant is. An implant is a small titanium screw that fits inside the jaw and replaces the root part of a missing tooth. Minor surgery is required to insert the implants. Once the implant is in place, a crown is placed to give you a functional and very realistic looking prosthetic tooth.

This is where it gets really interesting: You don't need a dental implant for each and every missing tooth. All you need are four precisely placed implants in the upper part of your mouth and four in the lower part to restore your full smile. That's the beauty of the full bow. And because the implant is made of titanium, it has the unique ability to fuse with and function as part of living bone. So eventually, the dental implant becomes part of the jaw and serves as a strong and durable base for your new teeth.

In addition to ensuring that your implants are permanently fixed in place, this bone fusion has another important benefit: It can prevent future bone loss in the jaw. This helps maintain a more youthful facial structure and better oral health. But perhaps the biggest surprise of the full arc is how quickly it can transform your life.

Yes, you can get a radiant new smile in just one day.